Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin'
Thyme- Creeping
![Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin' Thyme- Creeping from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-496.jpg)
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- Dainty silver-green fragrant foliage
- Small pink blooms appear in late spring
- Heat Tolerant
- Drought Tolerant
![Border or Bed](image/chars/char-112.png)
Border or Bed
![Container](image/chars/char-110.png)
Container
![Drought Tolerant](image/chars/char-107.png)
Drought Tolerant
![Fragrant](image/chars/char-25.png)
Fragrant
![Ground Cover](image/chars/char-27.png)
Ground Cover
![Rock Garden](image/chars/char-43.png)
Rock Garden
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in full sun and well drained soil. Drought tolerant. Too much water will tend to rot plant. Not particular as to soil type.
Height: 1-4 in
Spacing: 6-10 in
Price Level 1: $4.99 ea.~4 ½” pot
Bloom Color: Pink
Zone: 4-8
Price Level 2: $12.99 Jumbo 6 Pack
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Ground Cover
- Border or Bed
- Fragrant
- Container
- Rock Garden
- Drought Tolerant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Creeping/Ground Cover
Foliage Color:
- Silver
Soil Moisture:
- Dry Soil